This page lists 54 cars that start with J, running from “Jaguar” to “Lamborghini Jarama”. The list mixes whole brands and single models, from British luxury makers and American off-road icons to new Chinese SUV labels and Italian sports cars. You can use it to identify a car, compare models from the same brand, or find ideas for classic car shopping, research, or a trivia night.

Cars are road vehicles that carry people, usually on four wheels, and they come in many shapes for work, family life, racing, and fun. The “Jeep” shows how far one idea can go, since it began as a military vehicle in 1941 and became a household name.

Below you’ll find the table with the car, brand, type, production years, and description for every entry.

Car: The name of the brand or model, so you can quickly find the vehicle you are looking for in the alphabetical list.

Brand: The company that makes or made the car, which helps you see how models connect and compare vehicles from the same maker.

Type: The body style or category, such as sports car, SUV, or sedan, so you know what kind of vehicle you are reading about.

Production years: The years the car was built, showing you whether it is a modern vehicle, a current model, or a classic from the past.

Description: A short summary of what makes the car notable, including its history, engines, or best-known features, so you can learn the key facts at a glance.

Cars

CarBrandTypeProduction years
JaguarJaguarLuxury car brand1935–present
JeepJeepOff-road SUV brand1941–present
JensenJensen MotorsGrand tourer brand1934–1976
JAC MotorsJAC MotorsCar and commercial vehicle brand1964–present
JetourJetourSUV brand2018–present
JaecooJaecooSUV brand2023–present
JowettJowett CarsCar brand1901–1954
JordanJordan Motor Car CompanyLuxury car brand1916–1931
JewettPaige-DetroitCar brand1922–1927
Jaguar E-TypeJaguarSports car1961–1974
Jaguar F-TypeJaguarSports car2013–2024
Jaguar XJJaguarLuxury sedan1968–2019
Jaguar XJ220JaguarSupercar1992–1994
Jaguar XK120JaguarSports car1948–1954
Jaguar XJSJaguarGrand tourer1975–1996
Jaguar XK8JaguarGrand tourer1996–2006
Jaguar XFJaguarExecutive sedan2008–2024
Jaguar XEJaguarCompact executive sedan2015–2024
Jaguar S-TypeJaguarLuxury sedan1999–2008
Jaguar X-TypeJaguarCompact luxury sedan2001–2009
Jaguar Mark 2JaguarSports sedan1959–1967
Jaguar C-TypeJaguarRace car1951–1953
Jaguar D-TypeJaguarRace car1954–1957
Jaguar F-PaceJaguarLuxury SUV2016–present
Jaguar E-PaceJaguarCompact luxury SUV2017–2024
Jaguar I-PaceJaguarElectric SUV2018–2024
Jeep WranglerJeepOff-road SUV1986–present
Jeep CherokeeJeepSUV1974–2023
Jeep Grand CherokeeJeepSUV1992–present
Jeep RenegadeJeepSubcompact SUV2014–present
Jeep CompassJeepCompact SUV2006–present
Jeep GladiatorJeepPickup truck2019–present
Jeep WagoneerJeepFull-size SUV1963–1991, 2022–present
Jeep CommanderJeepMid-size SUV2005–2010
Jeep PatriotJeepCompact SUV2007–2017
Jeep LibertyJeepCompact SUV2002–2012
Jeep AvengerJeepSubcompact SUV2022–present
Jeep CJJeepOff-road vehicle1945–1986
Jeep Jeepster CommandoJeepCompact SUV1966–1973
Jensen InterceptorJensen MotorsGrand tourer1966–1976
Jensen-HealeyJensen MotorsSports car1972–1976
Jensen 541Jensen MotorsGrand tourer1954–1959
Jowett JavelinJowett CarsFamily sedan1947–1953
Jowett JupiterJowett CarsSports car1950–1954
Jordan PlayboyJordan Motor Car CompanyRoadster1923–1929
Volkswagen JettaVolkswagenCompact sedan1979–present
Suzuki JimnySuzukiMini off-roader1970–present
Honda JazzHondaSubcompact hatchback2001–present
Nissan JukeNissanSubcompact crossover2010–present
Subaru JustySubaruSupermini1984–2010
Dodge JourneyDodgeMid-size crossover2008–2020
Honda JadeHondaCompact wagon2015–2020
Lamborghini JalpaLamborghiniSports car1981–1988
Lamborghini JaramaLamborghiniGrand tourer1970–1976

Descriptions

Jaguar
British luxury and sports car maker known for sleek design and the leaping cat badge. Owned by Tata Motors since 2008, it is shifting toward an all-electric lineup.
Jeep
American brand that grew out of the World War II military Jeep. It is famous for go-anywhere 4×4 vehicles such as the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee and now belongs to Stellantis.
Jensen
British maker of hand-built grand tourers, best remembered for the Interceptor. It paired elegant bodies with big American V8 engines before closing in the 1970s.
JAC Motors
Chinese manufacturer based in Hefei that builds passenger cars, SUVs, vans and trucks. It sells vehicles in many export markets across Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
Jetour
Chinese SUV brand created by Chery, known for boxy crossovers like the Dashing and X70. It targets younger buyers and has expanded into the Middle East, Europe and Latin America.
Jaecoo
Chinese brand from the Chery group focused on rugged-looking crossovers. Its J7 and J5 models are sold in Europe and Australia, including plug-in hybrid versions.
Jowett
Small British car company from Bradford, Yorkshire. It used flat-twin and flat-four engines in compact, practical cars and is best known for the Javelin and Jupiter.
Jordan
American luxury automaker from Cleveland, Ohio, famous for stylish advertising. Its Playboy roadster was marketed to young, free-spirited drivers in the 1920s.
Jewett
Mid-priced American car brand sold by the Paige-Detroit company. It offered inexpensive six-cylinder cars and was folded into the Paige name in the late 1920s.
Jaguar E-Type
British sports car that Enzo Ferrari reportedly called the most beautiful car ever made. Its long bonnet, low body and 150 mph top speed made it a 1960s icon.
Jaguar F-Type
Two-seat British sports car that revived the E-Type spirit. It came as a coupe or convertible with four-cylinder, V6 or supercharged V8 power.
Jaguar XJ
Jaguar’s long-running flagship saloon, praised for its smooth ride and elegant styling. Its final generation used aluminum construction before production ended in 2019.
Jaguar XJ220
Limited-production British supercar with a twin-turbo V6. It was briefly the world’s fastest production car at roughly 217 mph, though only about 280 were built.
Jaguar XK120
Post-war roadster that wowed crowds by reaching 120 mph, making it the fastest production car of its day. It launched Jaguar’s sports car reputation.
Jaguar XJS
Two-door grand tourer that replaced the E-Type as Jaguar’s sporty flagship. Offered with V12 and later six-cylinder engines, it ran for over 20 years.
Jaguar XK8
Coupe and convertible that introduced Jaguar’s first V8 engine. It replaced the XJS and carried on the brand’s tradition of comfortable, fast touring.
Jaguar XF
Mid-size luxury sedan that took on the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class. It was praised for its sleek coupe-like roofline and sharp handling.
Jaguar XE
Compact sports sedan built to rival the BMW 3 Series. It was Jaguar’s entry-level car and had an aluminum-intensive body for light weight.
Jaguar S-Type
Mid-size sedan with retro styling inspired by 1960s Jaguars. It was available with V6 and V8 engines, including a supercharged R version.
Jaguar X-Type
Jaguar’s smallest saloon of its time, with standard all-wheel drive in many markets. It shared its platform with the Ford Mondeo and also came as an estate.
Jaguar Mark 2
Compact British saloon loved by families, police forces and bank robbers alike. It combined a polished interior with strong performance and became a classic.
Jaguar C-Type
Lightweight racing sports car that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1951 and 1953. It introduced disc brakes to top-level endurance racing.
Jaguar D-Type
Streamlined racing car with a tall tail fin and aerodynamic body. It won Le Mans three years in a row, from 1955 to 1957.
Jaguar F-Pace
Jaguar’s first SUV and its best-selling model. It offers sporty handling, a roomy cabin and a choice of petrol, diesel and hybrid engines.
Jaguar E-Pace
Compact luxury crossover that brought Jaguar’s design to a smaller, more affordable size. It was sold with four-cylinder engines and mild-hybrid options.
Jaguar I-Pace
Jaguar’s first fully electric car, an SUV with a long-range battery and quick acceleration. It won World Car of the Year in 2019.
Jeep Wrangler
Direct descendant of the original military Jeep, with removable doors and a fold-down windshield. Its solid axles and low-range 4×4 make it a trail favorite.
Jeep Cherokee
Long-running Jeep nameplate, from the boxy 1980s XJ to the later crossover versions. The XJ was a compact SUV hit that helped define the modern family 4×4.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Upscale Jeep SUV that blends off-road ability with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin. It has been a best-seller for Jeep since its debut in the early 1990s.
Jeep Renegade
Small, boxy crossover built in Italy and sold worldwide. It is the smallest Jeep for most markets and shares its platform with the Fiat 500X.
Jeep Compass
Compact crossover positioned between the Renegade and Cherokee. The second generation, from 2017, became a global model with better off-road equipment.
Jeep Gladiator
Mid-size pickup built on Wrangler underpinnings, with a five-foot bed and removable roof. The name was previously used on Jeep trucks from 1962 to 1988.
Jeep Wagoneer
Early luxury SUV with wood-grain trim that arrived in the 1960s and lasted nearly 30 years. A large modern Wagoneer returned in 2022.
Jeep Commander
Seven-seat Jeep SUV with a boxy design and optional third row. It shared much with the Grand Cherokee but was short-lived.
Jeep Patriot
Affordable compact SUV with Jeep styling, built on a Dodge-based car platform. Some versions offered a more capable Freedom Drive off-road package.
Jeep Liberty
Replacement for the Cherokee in the early 2000s, with independent front suspension and a rounder look. It was sold as the Cherokee outside North America.
Jeep Avenger
Small crossover that is Jeep’s first fully electric model, also sold with petrol and hybrid engines. It was named European Car of the Year for 2023.
Jeep CJ
Civilian Jeep line that started as a farm and utility vehicle after the war. The CJ-5 and CJ-7 became icons before the Wrangler took over.
Jeep Jeepster Commando
Compact 4×4 offered as a wagon, pickup or roadster. It was an early rival to the Ford Bronco and International Scout.
Jensen Interceptor
British grand tourer with Italian styling and a Chrysler V8. A big glass tailgate made it practical, and an FF version added four-wheel drive.
Jensen-Healey
Two-seat British roadster built in partnership with Donald Healey. It used a Lotus-built 2.0-litre engine and was meant to compete with MG and Triumph models.
Jensen 541
Fiberglass-bodied grand tourer, one of the earliest British cars with disc brakes. It was a stylish, fast four-seat coupe of the 1950s.
Jowett Javelin
Aerodynamic British family saloon with a flat-four engine and independent suspension. It was advanced for its time and enjoyed rally success.
Jowett Jupiter
British sports car based on the Javelin’s engine, with a streamlined body. It took class wins at Le Mans and in the Monte Carlo Rally.
Jordan Playboy
Stylish 1920s roadster promoted with the famous “Somewhere West of Laramie” advertisement. It targeted fun-loving, independent drivers.
Volkswagen Jetta
Sedan version of the Golf, a popular family car around the world. It has been through seven generations and remains a regular among compact sedans.
Suzuki Jimny
Tiny, boxy 4×4 with a ladder frame and low-range gearbox. It is loved for its trail ability and retro design, and the fourth generation arrived in 2018.
Honda Jazz
Small, tall hatchback known as the Fit in some countries. Its flexible Magic Seat system and spacious cabin make it practical despite its size.
Nissan Juke
Quirky small crossover with bulging fenders and round headlights. The second generation, launched in 2019, became more conventional but remains a European favorite.
Subaru Justy
Small economy car that was one of the first with an optional continuously variable transmission. Later versions were based on a Daihatsu platform.
Dodge Journey
Family crossover with seating for up to seven. It was inexpensive and roomy, with a range of four-cylinder and V6 engines.
Honda Jade
Six-seat, low-slung wagon aimed at families who wanted a car rather than a minivan. It was sold in Japan and China, and offered a hybrid option.
Lamborghini Jalpa
Smaller, more affordable Lamborghini with a 3.5-litre V8 and removable roof panel. It was a successor to the Silhouette and was built in small numbers.
Lamborghini Jarama
Front-engine Lamborghini 2+2 named after a famous Spanish racetrack. Its V12 and styling by Bertone made it a heavier, more comfortable touring car.
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